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Do I have to file if my refund is zero?

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ThomasM125
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Do I have to file if my refund is zero?

You probably don't need to file if your refund is zero, but you should complete this worksheet provided by the IRS to make sure you aren't required to file a federal tax return:  Do I need to file a tax return

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Do I have to file if my refund is zero?

Your age doesn't matter. If you are 65 or older you need to file if you have income over Single $15,700 or Joint $30,700 not counting Social Security. Or if you have a 1099NEC or self employment income or have health insurance from the MarketPlace (ACA, Obamacare)


Do you need to file a return?
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/filing-and-paying-taxes/help/do-i-need-to-file-a-federal-return-th...

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